SAMPLE AGENDA - Respect My Red

Training Institute Overview

Respect My Red Leadership Training Institute and Certification for Student Leaders, Faculty and School Professionals. An interactive training course on peer leadership, respectful relationships and sexual misconduct.

Sample Student Session Agenda

5:30-6:00 pm	Check-in, Pizza, Refreshments
6:00-6:05 pm	Opening Remarks and Institute Orientation Katie Koestner, President of COS; Ryan Silva, Principal, Cherry Creek High School
6:05-6:30 pm	Katie’s Story: Spokesperson and Leadership at 18 Katie Koestner, President of COS
6:30-6:50 pm	Interactive Case Study: He Said-She Said Listen as two students describe their version of what happened at a party. This case serves as the foundation. Leads: Will Hannum, Ryan Shank and Sandra Miles10 Minute QuipShop: Table top exercise in small groups.
7:00-7:20 pm	KNOWLEDGE Session: Essential Definitions, Policies, and Laws What is a healthy relationship? What is abuse? What is consent and what is not consent? How do alcohol and other drugs affect relationships and our bodies? Do you know what the difference is between incapacitated and drunk? Or, what is coercion and what is persuasion? Who is responsible for risk reduction?Topics: Healthy Relationships vs. Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse Sexual exploitation, harassment, stalking Sexual assault and rape Same-sex sexual assault Technology-related sexual misconduct (sexting) Criminal vs. civil vs. school definitions
7:20-7:50 pm	ATTITUDE Session: Where Do You Stand? Are you biased? Would you know it if you were? How strongly do you feel about an issue and why? How does this impact your ability to be an effective leader? More specifically, what are common attitudes about relationships, respect and substance use? Do you go along to get along?Topics: Where do we obtain our attitudes? Media, parents, peers? Rape myths and victim blaming Bias based on gender, sexuality, religion, age, economic status, race, and more What is normal vs. what is “over the line”? How can we change the attitudes of others? How do we shift the NORM and perception of the NORM?
7:50-8:15 pm	BEHAVIOR Session: It’s not what you say; it’s what you DO that counts. How do we impact what people choose to do? How do we set the standard for Respect?Topics: Why do people say one thing and do another? What are the real ways to bring about changes in behavior? What works best for various ages, genders, religious backgrounds, and other demographic variables? How can I create an environment that reduces the likelihood of disrespectful behaviors? What does respectful treatment of others look like? What is the goal? How can I be thoughtful about various beliefs and values regarding sexuality and relationships?
8:15-8:45 pm	BYSTANDER Session: How BOLD are you? Are you really comfortable taking a public stand on an issue? What motivates you to fight the fire yourself vs. wait for the firetruck to arrive? What’s the difference between being labeled a tattletale vs. a hero? When should we get help in addressing concerning behavior? Learn when to involve parents, legal counsel, and criminal authorities. Understand how bystanders are truly the norm-setters in any community.Topics: Assess your philosophical approach: Educational vs. Disciplinary. What is a bystander vs. an up-stander? What are approaches for students vs. adults? When is it best to confront one on one vs. in a group? How should you approach an alleged victim vs. alleged perpetrator? Cultural sensitivity and international student issues Developmental models for all ages
8:45-8:55 pm	Closing Remarks